San Francisco, California
Richard "Rip" Van Winkle In December 2009, Rip was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, aka, Lou Gehrig's disease). He passed away peacefully on April 16, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Vickie, and their two children, Michelle and Brian. His two brothers, Tom, and David, and...
Read MoreI am so sorry Vicky. An Elder (and Prsididing Overseer) in my Daly City Congregation died sudenly and we were all attending his service Saturday.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Love and Peace,
Antonio Huggins
Antonio Huggins
April 24, 2011 | San Francisco, CA
Dear Vicky & Family,
So sorry to hear about "The Ripper". He will truly be missed. Our most sincere sympathy to you and your family..
Stewart Ng & Family
April 23, 2011
My sympathies on his passing, I didn't actually know him. If Richard ever served in the military, his wife can probably collect a medical pension since ALS is recognized as a qualifying disease for spouse survivors benefits. This is relatively new so you may not know about it. My cousin's family went through this a year or so ago, I recommend looking into it, if he ever served in the military. Just looking to help. Again, my sympathies on your loss.
Drew Odell
April 22, 2011 | Mill Valley, CA
Dear Van Winkle Family:
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Richard/Rip. You are in my thoughts.
Joe Medina
April 22, 2011
WILL MISSYOU RIP BRIAN MICHELSON
BRIAN MICHELSON
April 22, 2011 | SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA
To the Van Winkle Family,
I am sorry to hear of Rips passing. I remember all the good times we had growing up. He and your family will be in my prayers.
Sharon Dillon-Pledger
April 21, 2011 | Arnold, CA
Remembered By
robert micheli
April 21, 2011 | Millbrae, CA
Rip will forever be in our hearts and our thoughts...my condolences go out to Vickie and the family... the Mariposa will miss Rip very much..God Bless Rip!
Chris Abraham/Past Commodore MHPYC
Chris Abraham
April 21, 2011 | Pacifica, CA
God Bless the whole Van Winkle family. Love you all. So glad we had him in our lives as long as we did. :-)
Love Alena (Horton) Jobe and Family
April 21, 2011